RCCIIT, Kolkata, offers B.Tech Lateral entry in five specializations for diploma and B.Sc holders: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Information Technology. The three-year full-time programme is MAKAUT-affiliated and admits students through JELET. Total fees range from INR 4,63,000 to INR 5,10,000. RCCIIT ranks 401 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026.
Key Points
- Lateral entry grants direct admission to the second year of B.Tech, completing the degree in three years.
- Open to diploma holders in engineering as well as B.Sc graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Highest campus placement of INR 14 LPA recorded in the 2024-25 season.
RCCIIT B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026
B.Tech Lateral fees at RCCIIT vary by branch. The AEIE branch is available under the regular programme structure. All fees cover the three-year lateral entry duration.
| Programme | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| B.Tech Lateral (AI and ML, CSE, Electrical Engineering, IT) | INR 4,63,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | INR 5,10,000 |
- Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
- Confirm the current fee schedule with RCCIIT admissions office before joining.
RCCIIT B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| JELET 2026 Registration End | 11 April 2026 |
| JELET 2026 Exam | 13 June 2026 |
| JELET 2026 Result | July 2026 |
| WBJEEB Lateral Counselling | August to September 2026 |
| Classes Begin | November 2026 |
- JELET 2026 was conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board.
- Seat allotment for lateral entry is issued through WBJEEB centralised counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma in Engineering in a relevant discipline from an AICTE-approved or state board polytechnic with at least 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B as per MAKAUT norms).
- Alternatively, B.Sc graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 50% aggregate from a recognised university are eligible.
- Valid JELET 2026 rank is mandatory for admission through WBJEEB lateral counselling.
Admission Process
- Register for JELET 2026 at the WBJEEB portal (registration ended 11 April 2026).
- JELET 2026 was conducted on 13 June 2026 by WBJEEB.
- JELET 2026 results are expected in July 2026.
- Register for WBJEEB lateral counselling after result declaration and fill institute preferences.
- Download the seat allotment letter and report to RCCIIT with original documents.
- Pay fees to confirm admission for 2026-27.
✓ Opt for this if
- You hold a diploma and want to complete a B.Tech in three years at low cost
- Your JELET 2026 rank qualifies for RCCIIT through WBJEEB lateral counselling
- You want to upgrade from diploma to B.Tech in Kolkata without relocating
- You target IT or electronics roles in the Kolkata job market after graduation
- You are a B.Sc graduate looking for an engineering degree via lateral route
✗ Skip if
- You need placement packages consistently above 15 LPA from campus
- You require a brand with strong recognition outside West Bengal
- You are targeting product companies or top MNC engineering roles after graduation
- You need Mechanical or Civil Engineering as a lateral specialization
- You are a fresh 12th pass student ineligible for lateral entry route
RCCIIT B.Tech Lateral Placement 2025
RCCIIT B.Tech graduates from the 2024-25 batch recorded a highest package of INR 14 LPA and an average package of INR 4.5 LPA. Key campus recruiters include TCS, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Tech Mahindra, Ericsson, and PwC India.
| Metric | Value |
|---|
| Highest Package (2024-25) | INR 14 LPA |
| Average Package (UG 2024) | INR 4.5 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Tech Mahindra, Ericsson, PwC India |
RCCIIT B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026
B.Tech Lateral students at RCCIIT are eligible for state and central government scholarships based on category, income, and academic merit.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students with prescribed income limit |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Women in AICTE-approved programmes, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved programmes |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in 12th board, family income below INR 8 LPA |
- WB state scholarships are applied through oasis.gov.in each academic year.
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships are applied through scholarships.gov.in.
- Confirm scholarship eligibility with the RCCIIT admissions office before applying.
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